Curriculum Partner

.,."a refreshing, well-written, and scholarly book that builds upon and integrates two decades of research and knowledge into a comprehensive framework for the reader. The experiences of many practitioners are used to make it a valuable resource for the novice as well as the experienced library media specialist."-American Reference Books Annual "Simply stated, this is a book that I would have liked to have written. It is important for practicing professionals and graduate students. Were I a district coordinator I would organize a discussion group around it. Were I teaching a course in teacher-librarianship it would be one of my texts....[This is] the best of a professional book: practical suggestions reflecting the world of work but firmly grounded in evidence and example. Bottom Line: Buy it, use it, and share it."-Ken Haycock in Teacher Librarian ?...a refreshing, well-written, and scholarly book that builds upon and integrates two decades of research and knowledge into a comprehensive framework for the reader. The experiences of many practitioners are used to make it a valuable resource for the novice as well as the experienced library media specialist.?-American Reference Books Annual ?Kearney has written a valuable handbook for the library media specialist that makes the concept of "curriculum partner" very attainable and provides impetus for real change. Highly Recommended.?-The Book Report/Library Talk ?Kearney's well-researched book contains a wealth of information on current educational issues....The ideas in this worthwhile purchase should be read and shared.?-VOYA ?Simply stated, this is a book that I would have liked to have written. It is important for practicing professionals and graduate students. Were I a district coordinator I would organize a discussion group around it. Were I teaching a course in teacher-librarianship it would be one of my texts....[This is] the best of a professional book: practical suggestions reflecting the world of work but firmly grounded in evidence and example. Bottom Line: Buy it, use it, and share it.?-Ken Haycock in Teacher Librarian ?This will be welcomed in classes on school librarianship as well as by seasoned media specialists hoping to keep current.?-Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin ?Using research and writings from the best and brightest in the field. Kearney summarizes their ideas in a meaningful fashion....This book will be invaluable to beginning professionals in learning the ropes and to veterans as they look for ways to improve their practices in these pressure-cooked days of school reform.?-School Library Journal ?Highly Recommended.?- International Association of School Librarianship (IASL) ?Highly Recommended.?-International Association of School Librarianship (IASL) ?Highly Recommended.??International Association of School Librarianship (IASL) ..."a refreshing, well-written, and scholarly book that builds upon and integrates two decades of research and knowledge into a comprehensive framework for the reader. The experiences of many practitioners are used to make it a valuable resource for the novice as well as the experienced library media specialist."-American Reference Books Annual "Highly Recommended."-International Association of School Librarianship (IASL) "Kearney has written a valuable handbook for the library media specialist that makes the concept of "curriculum partner" very attainable and provides impetus for real change. Highly Recommended."-The Book Report/Library Talk "Kearney's well-researched book contains a wealth of information on current educational issues....The ideas in this worthwhile purchase should be read and shared."-VOYA "This will be welcomed in classes on school librarianship as well as by seasoned media specialists hoping to keep current."-Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin "Using research and writings from the best and brightest in the field.

CAROL A. KEARNEY is a retired elementary, junior high, and senior high school media specialist, former director of the library media program of the Buffalo, NY, public schools, and past president of the New York Library Association. She currently divides her time between New York and Florida./e

Preface Introduction The Library Media Specialist: Redefining Leadership A Partnership with the Principal: Redefining Support for the Library Media Program The Change Process: Redefining the Library Media Program Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives: Redefining Planning Collaborative Planning: Redefining a Partnership with Teachers Program Implementation and Assessment: Redefining the Instructional Program Staff Development: Redefining Opportunities for Learning Advocacy: Redefining a Community of Supporters Epilogue Reference List Index